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Technical Details

  • Variable Type: Discrete Metric
  • Data Type: Float
  • Units: seconds (s)
  • Column Name: jump_flight_time
  • Calculation: Landing time − Takeoff time

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Description

Flight time is the duration the athlete spends in the air from the instant of takeoff to the instant of landing. It is used to estimate jump height and is a direct measure of hang time.

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Use Cases

  • Jump height estimation (when force plate not available)
  • Consistency and variability of jump performance
  • Reactive strength (e.g., with drop jump)